1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 127 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 603 | XTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
